Designed with edge-blackened, scratch-resistant lenses to reduce glare, the Leupold VX-3i Gold Ring 4.5x - 14x Side Focus Riflescope features the Twilight Max light-management system for great low-light visibility and contrast in a variety of conditions. The riflescope is waterproof, fog proof and shock resistant for rugged durability in the field, and a power selector enables easy use, even with gloved hands. Boone & Crocket Big Game reticle. Fixed mount. Made in USA. Includes a lens cover.

Features and Benefits

Twilight Max light-management system delivers high light transmission in all colors for great low-light visibility and contrast in a variety of conditions

What's in the Box

Leupold VX-3i Gold Ring 4.5x - 14x Side Focus Riflescope

Lens cover

Rated 5 out of
5 by
Spud from
Great product especially after adding the CDS dialHad it a few months now and really think it is a fine product. I have this one on a Savage B mag and just ordered one to put on my Tika 223

Date published: 2017-07-05

Rated 5 out of
5 by
Turkey 1964 from
Well worth the investmentI have owned many Leupold scopes and many other brands, but this is a clear easy to focus and very accurate scope.

Date published: 2017-05-18

Rated 5 out of
5 by
Elkman801 from
Doesn't get much better than this!!!!I have used this scope on my hunting rifle for 2 seasons and don't ever plan on taking it off or replacing it

I was wondering if Leupold makes scope rings for product 170711, for a CZ 527 American, 17 hornet.&nbsp;

Asked by: Ray Ray

Hi Ray Ray;
For your CZ 17 Hornet and the VX-3i 4.5-14x50mm scope, order the CZ 527 30mm high ringmount, part number 61830.
Regards

Answered by: Leupold Technical Service

Date published: 2016-09-06

Is the vx-3i 4.5-14x50 duplex a front focal plane or rear

Asked by: Bobby121

Hello Bobby121,
All VX-3i scopes will have the reticle located in the second( rear) focal plane.
These are primarily used for hunting purposes. A second focal plane reticle will remain a constant appearance to your eye, this is especially useful when stalking with the scope on low magnification as it will give you a bold aiming point. A first focal plane reticle will be very small at low magnification and will not be very useful for most hunting uses.
Respectfully,
Leupold Technical Service

Answered by: Leupold Tech Service 5586

Date published: 2016-08-31

I purchased VX-3I Duplex 170699 4.5-14x40mm How do I 0 the vertical and horizontal adjustments after sighting in?

Asked by: Curteice

Hello,
The VX-3i 4.5-14x40mm 30mm Side Focus has an indicator ring underneath the dial that can be moved independently to align with the zero on the adjustment dial. To reposition the indicator ring simply rotate it until the position indicator notch is aligned with the zero of the adjustment dial.
Respectfully,
Leupold Technical Service
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Hi Papa Robert;
Matte silver is the better color of the two for the Ruger 77/17 07216. Our custom shop is not able to match receiver and barrel colors.
Regards

Answered by: Leupold Technical Service

Date published: 2016-04-18

I am considering purchase of a Ruger 77 / .17WMS. &nbsp;The CDS model of this scope pictures a Side Focus. &nbsp;Is this correct? &nbsp;Which would you recommend for sweekers is southern Oregon at 200-350 meters out (CDS, BCD, or Side Focus)? &nbsp;Is the custom color covert

Asked by: Papa Robert

Hi Papa Robert;
The VX-3i 4.5-14x50 is an excellent choice for your application. This scope can be ordered with a 1&quot; maintube without side focus or a 30mm maintube with side focus:
170708 VX-3i 4.5-14x50mm CDS Matte Duplex
170713 VX-3i 4.5-14x50mm (30mm) Side Focus CDS Matte Duplex
Side focus allows the shooter to dial out parallax error and it is a valuable feature for shooting small varmints like the Belding's ground squirrel at long distances. The acronyms CDS (custom dial system) and BDC (bullet drop compensation) are a bit confusing. The CDS adjustment on the VX-3i 4.5-14x50 comes with a standard 1/4 moa dial. With the purchase of a CDS scope from a retailer comes a free BDC dial that can be redeemed by contacting Leupold at 1-800-LEUPOLD. The BDC dial will be custom engraved to your specific ballistics.
Regards

Answered by: Leupold Technical Service

Date published: 2016-08-20

You did not fully answer my Question on the VX-3i &amp; VX-3 Erectors . What I want to know is the same Erector Springs being used in the Mark lV ? Bottom line are they as strong &amp; repeatable ?

Asked by: Bwana

Hi Bwana;
I confirmed this with one of our design engineers: the same erector springs are being used in the Mark 4. The springs have the same strength and repeatability.
Regards

Answered by: Leupold Technical Service

Date published: 2016-10-27

Does the VX-3i 4.5X14X40mm 30mm #170702 have the Twin Bias Spring Erector System ? Same question for VX-3 4.5X14X40mm 30mm # 115240 ? I don't see it listed under &quot;Features&quot; . Are springs same as Mark IV's ?